Production Supervisor

CoAspire ( is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology!

Position: You will serve as the Production Supervisor responsible for oversight and management of the final stages of the weapon preparation team at MCAAP. This on-site leadership role monitors daily operations for warhead installation/verification, propellant fueling, final assembly, built-in test (BIT), quality assurance, and preparation for shipment. You will ensure schedule adherence, regulatory compliance, and high standards of safety/quality while providing documentation, reporting, and overall team leadership in a sensitive ammunition/ordnance environment.

Responsibilities:

- Day-to-day oversight of all aspects of final weapon preparation, assembly, testing and shipping.

- Follow programmatic schedules, monitor resources to ensure cost, timeline, and technical performance align with company and customer requirements.

- Participate in programmatic reviews and implementing/improving various process improvements as the program matures.

- Oversee compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including routine audits, inspections, and adherence to company and customer specifications.

- Facilitate regular stakeholder communications to track program milestones and resolve challenges.

- Support and provide the necessary documentation to fulfill procedures involving supply chain management, contracting, and performance metrics on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of production supervision experience in defense, ammunition, munitions, or explosives manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Strong skills in production scheduling, metrics tracking, and reporting (e.G. Excel, ERP/MRP systems).
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (or the ability to obtain a clearance).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills in production and/or government-regulated environments.

Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military/DoD experience).
• Experience in leading and/or overseeing teams handling ordnance, warheads, propellants, or final weapon assembly.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

Apply now! We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Let's build the future together. No agencies, please.

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